Описание: John Wesley led the Second English Reformation. His Methodist "Connexion" was divided from the Church of England, not by dogma and doctrine but by the new relationship which it created between clergy and people. This biography explores his life, career and beliefs.

Описание: Throughout the three hundred years that followed the Act of Supremacy - which, by making Henry VIII head of the Church, confirmed in law the breach with Rome - English Catholics were prosecuted, persecuted and penalised for the public expression of their faith. This book tells the story of the Catholics in Britain.

Описание: With the help of previously unpublished material from the Chatsworth archives, The Devonshires reveals how the dynasty made and lost fortunes, fought and fornicated, built great houses, patronised the arts and pioneered the railways, made great scientific discoveries, and, in the end, came to terms with changing times.

Описание: Containing high-profile contributions from journalists, academics, policy-makers and think tanks, this book provides directions for electoral success and seeks to show that there need not be a trade-off between power and principle. Chapters cover a range of issues and provide new perspectives in the areas of economic, social and foreign policy.